Indian food is so fattening

samosa · Nov 21st, 2006, 23:05

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Bigzero · Nov 22nd, 2006, 00:17

"indian food" is a big generalization....

depends on what you eat. ( and how much

)

.... and staying fit is not just about eating the right food - some workout too goes into the mix.

TulsaisntFar · Nov 22nd, 2006, 00:29

Well i dont think all indian food is very fattening. Maybe you see a lot of deep fried samosas and greasy indian food back home but it's not all like that in india. Many people stay away from meat, all from beef, which has an impact. Many people in the states become skinny simply from 'going veggy.' Also i didnt think people in india were skinny compared to what we think is skinny in europe or america. On average, indian middle aged women seem to me, at least, to have bodies that resemble our middle aged women, maybe not quite as full bodied but definitely not skinny.

crvlvr · Nov 22nd, 2006, 00:48

college student all over the world can eat almost anything and look fit. Indian food has a lot of carbohydrates, but in general contains less fat than say american fast food. "outside" food in India is not healthy becuase of the oil they use. They generally use hydrogenated oils which have trans fats.

lez · Nov 22nd, 2006, 01:18

If I only ate 4 time a week I would be stick thin.

another daft statement.

all Americans are fat because the only eat burgers and drink coke.

kidsan · Nov 22nd, 2006, 01:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by lez

all Americans are fat because the only eat burgers and drink coke.

ah, there's nothing like a sweeping generalisation to get a thread going!

soma · Nov 22nd, 2006, 02:25

"indian" food sold in restaurants in north america and england ( from what i gather) is by and large mughlai cuisine. this particular type of cuisine is very rich and very heavy ( it is derived from the mughal court cooking, hence its richness).

the average indian does not eat like that everyday. the indian diet is rich in fresh veg, legumes, rice ( or wheat depending on where in india you are) and diary. it is actually alot healthier than our north american diet.

however with globalization of north american culture to the world, i am sure the city dwellers and growing middle class have adopted every bad north american eating habit they can get their hands on.

it also should be remembered that india is a country where 400 million dont get the required amount of calories a day.

dhans · Nov 22nd, 2006, 02:46

Seems the boyfriend you mentioned in the introduction is not only paying the hotels, but also the food

.

Yes, If you eat north indian food and don't get the runs, you'll get fat.

No if you stick to vegetarian thali's you will have no prblem (and get thin if you get etc.....)

kidsan · Nov 22nd, 2006, 02:50

it's indian sweets that'll be the end of me...well, the end of my 32 inch waistline anyway!

Eve68 · Nov 22nd, 2006, 03:27

Portion size may have something to do with it too. They may eat more times a day but smaller amounts of food and no coke.

Sama · Nov 22nd, 2006, 03:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by lez

another daft statement.

all Americans are fat because the only eat burgers and drink coke.

obviously your first statement is describing your last sentence....

let's start with #1, the elimination of physical education classes in schools because of cutbacks in school funding (gym and the arts are usually the first classes to go), and #2, the fact that many Americans drive everywhere, as opposed to Europeans who do a lot of walking and biking....

somari · Nov 22nd, 2006, 07:24

The Indian food in restaurants in US is pretty heavy for Indians too

The food habits of many americans might contribute to the increased obesity in US these days. In my own company, I have seen many americans( term used loosely to mean all residents of US irrespective of their ethnicity) have fries or chips with their meals. And lots of them prefer to have a soda to go with their food. Strange thing is that they take a salad but stuff it up with cheese or purchase a pack of chips!! Maybe cutting down on soda to one can a day and drink lots of water instead of soda might help? I have noticed it in many restaurants too, where they don't serve you water by default as in India, but ask you what you want to drink. If you need water, you need to specifically ask for that.

Sama · Nov 22nd, 2006, 07:39

the first time I was in India, after being asked "what country, Madam?", the second question was "do you support George Bush?"

the third most popular question was "do you own a gun?"

The fourth most popular comment was "but you're not fat...."

three cheers for all of us atypical Americans....

Nattusbs · Nov 22nd, 2006, 07:55

The North american lifestyle is the culprit for the obesity - this includes diet & lack of exercise. I will give you my own example:

I am 46, 5"6", 145 lbs - my weight has not changed much (140-145) over the last 20 years. I am of Indian origin living in Southern Calif. I eat burgers, but, only about once a month. I do not drink pop of any kind, and no chips. I make my own burgers (all beef) from scratch, spicy and people love it on the grill. I have a high metabolism. I love beer and pizza.

All in moderation. I make samosas, puri, pakodas, but, all of these only once or twice a month. I enjoy variety. I love cooking - fish,shrimp, I have a tandoori chicken recipe on bawarchi.com that I put there about 12 years ago! Got great feedback from people all over the globe. I love rasagulla, chum-chum and many Indian sweets - but, only one or two at a time. In India, the daily routine is in itself a good workout!

Cheers

Nattusbs

smallsquirrel · Nov 22nd, 2006, 14:24

I have no idea what to say here.

I mean, yes, some people in the US have an issue with obesity. But I see this the world over, no matter where I go. Some obesity issues do not have to do with diet, although most do.

I will tell you this, south indian food makes me fat. I am not used to eating such large amounts of carbs. My body hates them. One look at rice or chappathis (which should be had at every meal here in plenty) and I gain weight. In the US, when I ate meals consisting of a 6 oz portion of lean meat, a green salad and 2 vegggies I was much thinner. All the coconut, ground nuts, whole milk, whole milk curd and carb after carb makes south indian food very very fattening.

Nov 22nd, 2006, 00:48	#4
crvlvr Guru Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Hollywood Posts: 4,506	college student all over the world can eat almost anything and look fit. Indian food has a lot of carbohydrates, but in general contains less fat than say american fast food. "outside" food in India is not healthy becuase of the oil they use. They generally use hydrogenated oils which have trans fats. Last edited by crvlvr : Nov 22nd, 2006 at 03:43.

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dhans Uru Buru member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,588	food Seems the boyfriend you mentioned in the introduction is not only paying the hotels, but also the food . Yes, If you eat north indian food and don't get the runs, you'll get fat. No if you stick to vegetarian thali's you will have no prblem (and get thin if you get etc.....) __________________ Tips for trips to India with (young) children: India with kids Stories about our travels in India: Journal

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Sama a pain in the asana Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: the India inside my heart Posts: 5,460	the first time I was in India, after being asked "what country, Madam?", the second question was "do you support George Bush?" the third most popular question was "do you own a gun?" The fourth most popular comment was "but you're not fat...." three cheers for all of us atypical Americans.... Last edited by Sama : Nov 22nd, 2006 at 12:10.

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Bigzero back to my old ways Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 1,464	"indian food" is a big generalization.... depends on what you eat. ( and how much ) .... and staying fit is not just about eating the right food - some workout too goes into the mix. __________________ miles to go.... Bigzero's Photo Gallery

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TulsaisntFar Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Francisco Posts: 163	Well i dont think all indian food is very fattening. Maybe you see a lot of deep fried samosas and greasy indian food back home but it's not all like that in india. Many people stay away from meat, all from beef, which has an impact. Many people in the states become skinny simply from 'going veggy.' Also i didnt think people in india were skinny compared to what we think is skinny in europe or america. On average, indian middle aged women seem to me, at least, to have bodies that resemble our middle aged women, maybe not quite as full bodied but definitely not skinny.

Nov 22nd, 2006, 01:18	#5
lez Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: GOA Posts: 329	If I only ate 4 time a week I would be stick thin. another daft statement. all Americans are fat because the only eat burgers and drink coke.

Nov 22nd, 2006, 02:25	#7
soma Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: toronto Posts: 8	"indian" food sold in restaurants in north america and england ( from what i gather) is by and large mughlai cuisine. this particular type of cuisine is very rich and very heavy ( it is derived from the mughal court cooking, hence its richness). the average indian does not eat like that everyday. the indian diet is rich in fresh veg, legumes, rice ( or wheat depending on where in india you are) and diary. it is actually alot healthier than our north american diet. however with globalization of north american culture to the world, i am sure the city dwellers and growing middle class have adopted every bad north american eating habit they can get their hands on. it also should be remembered that india is a country where 400 million dont get the required amount of calories a day.

Nov 22nd, 2006, 02:50	#9
kidsan Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Nouakchott Posts: 699	it's indian sweets that'll be the end of me...well, the end of my 32 inch waistline anyway!

Nov 22nd, 2006, 03:27	#10
Eve68 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: USA Posts: 105	Portion size may have something to do with it too. They may eat more times a day but smaller amounts of food and no coke.

Nov 22nd, 2006, 07:24	#12
somari Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: USA Posts: 55	The Indian food in restaurants in US is pretty heavy for Indians too The food habits of many americans might contribute to the increased obesity in US these days. In my own company, I have seen many americans( term used loosely to mean all residents of US irrespective of their ethnicity) have fries or chips with their meals. And lots of them prefer to have a soda to go with their food. Strange thing is that they take a salad but stuff it up with cheese or purchase a pack of chips!! Maybe cutting down on soda to one can a day and drink lots of water instead of soda might help? I have noticed it in many restaurants too, where they don't serve you water by default as in India, but ask you what you want to drink. If you need water, you need to specifically ask for that.

Nov 22nd, 2006, 07:55	#14
Nattusbs Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: IIT-Kharagpur Posts: 379	The North american lifestyle is the culprit for the obesity - this includes diet & lack of exercise. I will give you my own example: I am 46, 5"6", 145 lbs - my weight has not changed much (140-145) over the last 20 years. I am of Indian origin living in Southern Calif. I eat burgers, but, only about once a month. I do not drink pop of any kind, and no chips. I make my own burgers (all beef) from scratch, spicy and people love it on the grill. I have a high metabolism. I love beer and pizza. All in moderation. I make samosas, puri, pakodas, but, all of these only once or twice a month. I enjoy variety. I love cooking - fish,shrimp, I have a tandoori chicken recipe on bawarchi.com that I put there about 12 years ago! Got great feedback from people all over the globe. I love rasagulla, chum-chum and many Indian sweets - but, only one or two at a time. In India, the daily routine is in itself a good workout! Cheers Nattusbs

Nov 22nd, 2006, 14:24	#15
smallsquirrel squirrely member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bangalore, India Posts: 125	I have no idea what to say here. I mean, yes, some people in the US have an issue with obesity. But I see this the world over, no matter where I go. Some obesity issues do not have to do with diet, although most do. I will tell you this, south indian food makes me fat. I am not used to eating such large amounts of carbs. My body hates them. One look at rice or chappathis (which should be had at every meal here in plenty) and I gain weight. In the US, when I ate meals consisting of a 6 oz portion of lean meat, a green salad and 2 vegggies I was much thinner. All the coconut, ground nuts, whole milk, whole milk curd and carb after carb makes south indian food very very fattening.

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